Children's Home Registered Manager

*Job Overview*
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Children's Manager to oversee the care and support of children within our facility. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' previous experience within the last 5 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children and, for at least 1 year, requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role.

*Duties*

* You will manage a 4 bedded children's home in a rural area and manage a small staff team to ensure a high quality of care is delivered to young people that provides a positive and enriching living experience that meets their needs and achieves the best possible outcomes for each of the young people.
* You will be accountable for the smooth and efficient management and administration of the home and to undertake wider operational tasks as and when required.
* Must be able to produce, update and monitor plans, reports etc. and deliver to deadlines and demonstrate an organised, efficient and flexible approach to their managerial duties.
* Must be able to lead, motivate, manage and develop all members of the staff team within an open and enthusiastic culture which includes the delivery of training.
* Must ensure that the Company is represented professionally to outside agencies and within the local community and contribute towards the development of the Company.

*Person specification*

* Be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Children's Home legislation and inspection requirements for Ofsted and a thorough knowledge of child protection/safeguarding procedures and protocols.
* You must have a recognised social work qualification i.e. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People) and QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent.
* A minimum of 2 years' previous experience within the last 5 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children and, for at least 1 year, requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role.
* Must be licensed to drive a manual gear car and be able to undertake on-call duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person